Former UW-W Guard Quinn Meinerz Signs Major Contract Extension with Denver Broncos

Posted to NFL Draft page on X on 3/9/21 with this comment, “Facing an uphill battle to the NFL with a cancelled college season, a D-III resume and a ballooning belly, Quinn Meinerz was at a career crossroads. Then fate, hard work and a little luck intervened (via @ChaseGoodbread)

According to an article dated July 22 on WeAreGreenBay.com, “A Wisconsin native is receiving quite the contract extension with the Denver Broncos after signing a four-year, $80,000,00 deal.

After signing the extension, Hartford’s Quinn Meinerz, who played for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, will play on Denver’s offensive line through 2028.

A third-round pick in 2021, Meinerz was the 98th overall pick and made an immediate impact for the Broncos. He appeared in 15 games and started nine contests as a rookie before emerging as one of the league’s top guards in 2022…..

Known as a bruiser, Meinerz has gained a reputation as a powerful run blocker and helps his running backs fight for extra yards. In the passing game, according to Pro Football Focus, Meinerz allowed the fourth fewest pressures of any guard with at least 625 snaps in 2023……”

Posted to Reese’s Senior Bowl on X, 3/10/21

Editor’s note: The photo on the homepage is captioned: Quinn Meinerz is a member of the 2019 D3football.com Preseason All-America team. (Photo by Michael McLoone) Additional photos and information regarding Meinerz’s UW-W career may be found here.